Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

WW2 - Munich crisis - students digging trench at Lansdowne

WW2 - Munich crisis - students digging trench at Lansdowne


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Cards
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

Mary Evans Prints Online

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library

WW2 - Munich crisis - students digging trench at Lansdowne

WW2 - Munich crisis - students digging trench at Lansdowne Date: 1936

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 14192844

© BPEOSA/BPE Archive Image Collection / Mary Evans

Archive Bedford Bpeosa College Crisis Digging Lansdowne Munich Physical Pupil Pupils Student Students Trench 1936


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the turbulent year of 1936, as students from Bedford College for Physical Education (now Bedford New College), dig a trench at Lansdowne, London. The image is a poignant reminder of the Munich Crisis, a pivotal moment in the lead up to the Second World War. The Munich Crisis, also known as the Sudeten Crisis, began in September 1938 when Adolf Hitler demanded that Czechoslovakia cede the Sudetenland, a region inhabited mainly by ethnic Germans, to Germany. The crisis escalated, and the situation reached a critical point in late September when British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain announced that he would travel to Munich to negotiate with Hitler. Amidst the political turmoil, life continued for students at Bedford College. This photograph shows a group of students, likely participating in a Physical Education class, digging a trench as part of a drill or exercise. The image is a stark contrast to the unfolding global events, yet it serves as a reminder of the importance of preparing for the unknown. The students, dressed in their PE uniforms, work diligently, shovels in hand, as their teacher looks on. The trench, which appears to be shallow and narrow, is a symbol of their determination and resilience. The image also highlights the role of education in shaping the future, as these students prepare for an uncertain future. This photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of preparedness, resilience, and the role of education in shaping the future. The students in this photograph may have been unaware of the historical significance of their actions, but their image stands as a testament to the spirit of the times.

MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


WW2 - Students digging trenches - Munich crisis
WW2 - Students digging trenches - Munich crisis
Robin- moulting
Robin- moulting
Palm trees reflected in the Nile, Egypt, Africa
Palm trees reflected in the Nile, Egypt, Africa
The Coalsack and Jewel Box Cluster in the Southern Cross
The Coalsack and Jewel Box Cluster in the Southern Cross
Judge Isaac C Parker, the Hanging Judge, in his later years, c1890s (1954)
Judge Isaac C Parker, the Hanging Judge, in his later years, c1890s (1954)
Blue Domed Church & Bell Tower, Santorini, Greece
Blue Domed Church & Bell Tower, Santorini, Greece
Lighthouse at Cap de Formentor, Mallorca, Balearics, Spain
Lighthouse at Cap de Formentor, Mallorca, Balearics, Spain
Carriage and Wagon Stamping (No. 18) Shop in 1915
Carriage and Wagon Stamping (No. 18) Shop in 1915
Male Lion (Panthera leo) sitting in the rain, Masai-Mara game reserve, Kenya
Male Lion (Panthera leo) sitting in the rain, Masai-Mara game reserve, Kenya
Robin Johnson actress March 1981
Robin Johnson actress March 1981
Actor Michael Caine and his wife Shakira return a marital compliment as they act as hosts
Actor Michael Caine and his wife Shakira return a marital compliment as they act as hosts
Norwich Cathedral, Norwich, Norfolk
Norwich Cathedral, Norwich, Norfolk

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed